Smudge resistance was praised in reviews that noted anti-fingerprint handling or resistance on the black finish.
Pros: Weight comfort, Ear cup swivel/rotation range
Cons: Cable quality, ANC sound impact on audio
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Smudge resistance is mixed: one reviewer noticed smudges, while another praised the matte finish for avoiding fingerprints.
Pros: Battery, Volume output
Cons: Preset EQ profile quality, Weight comfort
Smudge resistance was mixed: one review liked the case’s fingerprint resistance, while another said a glossy case picked up fingerprints.
Pros: Codec support, Dongle
Cons: Sound leakage, Find My
Smudge resistance is mixed to weak: CGMagazine saw fingerprint buildup, while another reviewer found fingerprints easy to wipe away.
Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Battery
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Transparency mode quality
Smudge/scratch resistance was a weakness, with reviewers warning the clear case can scratch easily over time.
Pros: Design and Aesthetics, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: Voice assistant integration, Spatial audio
Smudge resistance is weak because reviewers repeatedly describe the glossy earbuds as fingerprint-prone.
Pros: Android compatibility, Bluetooth
Cons: Smudge resistance, Cable quality
Smudge resistance was a recurring weakness because the glossy case attracted fingerprints and scratched quickly.
Pros: Charging, Instrument separation
Cons: Spatial audio, Sidetone adjustment quality